How much does a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia cost?

The bus ticket price from Charlottesville to Philadelphia starts at R 598. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlottesville to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?

The average travel time between Charlottesville and Philadelphia is around 12h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 363 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Charlottesville and Philadelphia?

The number of buses from Charlottesville to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?

When taking the bus from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Bus Charlottesville to Philadelphia from R 595 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 40m	20:55	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	12h 20m	19:35	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 25m	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	10h 20m	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	14h 55m	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	10h 20m	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	14h 55m	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 25m	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	12h 20m	19:35	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	12h 20m	19:35	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Philadelphia on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	11h 50m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	7h 45m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	8h 30m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	12h 20m	19:35	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	13h 20m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 710, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

5h 7mAverage duration

358 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 598 - R 1 737	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 710 - R 3 773	Average duration5h 7m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 373 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87373 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 598

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Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Philadelphia?

Stops in Charlottesville

A - Campbells Travel Bus Stop

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from Charlottesville to Philadelphia starts at R 598. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlottesville to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
The average travel time between Charlottesville and Philadelphia is around 12h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 363 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Charlottesville and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from Charlottesville to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Charlottesville to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

R 1 068

14/11

No data

Today

R 1 138

16/11

R 1 699

17/11

No data

18/11

R 823

19/11

R 762

20/11

R 832

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 762

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 762 to R 1 699 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 762, which is on 2025-11-19.